Cardiology. 2nd Edition

Author: (USA) Joseph G. Murphy
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: The Mayo Clinic Cardiology Review (Second Edition) is translated by Wang Haichang and Jia Guoliang, two experts from the Department of Cardiology, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, and reviewed by numerous senior physicians from the Department of Cardiology, Xijing Hospital. It is edited by Professor Joseph G. Murphy from the Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Disease Research Center, USA. This book is a highly favored reference and bestseller among international cardiologists, perfectly suited to the development needs of cardiology in terms of both form, content, and scope. Mayo Clinic is a name well-known to cardiologists, and its world-leading position in the field of cardiovascular medicine is widely recognized. The original edition of this book was a review textbook for cardiology. The second edition selects 45 chapters from the first edition and expands them into 86 chapters, systematically elaborating on various diseases of the cardiovascular system and their clinical management. It focuses on concisely explaining the pathogenesis and relevant influencing factors from the perspectives of molecular biology, modern genetics, cellular physiology, and clinical epidemiology, with a strong emphasis on clinical diagnosis and treatment practices. Dedicated chapters introduce modern major diagnostic and treatment methods in cardiology, as well as instructive medication recommendations, all supported by Mayo Clinic's extensive clinical experience and a wealth of cardiovascular research and trials in regions such as Europe and America, providing evidence-based evaluations. The book highlights key teaching points and clinical essentials, includes 111 pages of highly engaging color illustrations, and incorporates over 600 clinical-orientated questions with annotated answers. This fulfills the authors' vision of creating a "three-dimensional knowledge framework with sufficient depth," thereby elevating the book far beyond the scope of an examination guide. It has become an important reference book for cardiologists, suitable for clinical work, characterized by its appropriate length, detailed content, attractive visuals, distinctive features, and strong practicality. It serves as a valuable reference for cardiology education and clinical medical research practice.